Pastoral Mentor: Student Wellbeing & Growth

Deer Park School; Southampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RAISE a Hand day

Two-week October half term

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Leisure Centre membership

Job summary

Deer Park School invites applications for a Pastoral Mentor to support pupil welfare and academic progress. The role runs 35 hours per week during term time (38 weeks), 8.30am to 4pm, with salary stated as Actual Salary £20,315.47 (full-time equivalent £25,614).

You will work with the Pastoral Team and Year Heads to help learners thrive. A strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusivity and student wellbeing is essential, with opportunities to develop professionally within the RAISE Education

Qualifications

• Have genuine interest in the welfare and development of young people.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and listening skills.
• Patient, empathetic and reliable with a caring approach.
• Strong advocate for safeguarding and promoting wellbeing of children.
• Team player with collaborative approach and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Student Support: act as a key point of contact for students, providing individualised support and guidance on personal, social and emotional issues.
• Mentoring: develop positive relationships with students, offering one-to-one mentoring and building confidence.
• Monitoring and Early Intervention: identify students facing challenges and implement early intervention strategies.
• Collaboration: liaise with Year Heads, teachers, and external agencies for a coordinated approach.
• Personal Development: track student progress and maintain confidential records, contribute to personalised support plans.
• Community Building: contribute to a positive and inclusive school environment where all students feel valued and supported.

Job description

Deer Park School invites applications for a Pastoral Mentor to support pupil welfare and academic progress. The role runs 35 hours per week during term time (38 weeks), 8.30am to 4pm, with salary stated as Actual Salary £20,315.47 (full-time equivalent £25,614).

You will work with the Pastoral Team and Year Heads to help learners thrive. A strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusivity and student wellbeing is essential, with opportunities to develop professionally within the RAISE Education